Get inspired by the 11 fastest-growing fruit trees that can boost your self-sufficient homestead. These prepper garden ideas will help you start gardening for self-sufficiency in no time. Save this pin to your gardening board to create your backyard orchard!

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This article is an introduction to the gardening technique of Backyard Orchard Culture – a system of high density planting of fruit trees which allows for a wide variety of fruit to be grown …

9 Dwarf Trees With High Yield Great For Small Areas! When it comes to gardening in small spaces, dwarf trees are a fantastic choice. These compact beauties not only add aesthetic appeal but also provide

How to fit an orchard in the garden - and get a big harvest, however tiny your garden. Grow fruit trees successfully in any back yard!

Planting fruit trees in backyard (or front yard!) spaces provides an abundant harvest for years to come. Grow & produce food in small urban yards!

So in part I of starting an orchard, I went through why I want an orchard, but in this post, I will go through the planning and prepping I did. First off, this project almost didn’t get pulle…

One of the greatest steps in being self-sufficient is to grow your calories and there is nothing better out there than an orchard.Orchards last for several generation and give the most bang for our buck with little labor. The fruits and nuts that can grown are nothing but full of health and energy for our bodies. Thus, it was a no-brainer that our family would make this decision to plant one. --We can eat fresh off the tree once there is ripe fruit. --We can make fresh fruit pies.--We can…

A home orchard can supply you with delicious, low-cost fresh fruit, attract pollinators and provide shade and beauty. It requires a small investment of money and a large investment of time and patience. Choosing Orchard Trees Select trees adapted to your climate. Consult your local Cooperative Extension about varieties suited to your area. Visit USDA […]